The average train between Bournemouth and Balham takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Bournemouth to Balham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Bournemouth and Balham. The earliest departure is at 5:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Balham at 11:51 PM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 37m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Bournemouth to Balham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Balham. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth station and arriving at Balham station via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Bournemouth to Balham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to Balham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.
Book your Bournemouth to Balham train tickets online with South Western Railway and London Underground (Tube).
The distance between Bournemouth and Balham is 145.1 km. The road distance is 180 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Bournemouth to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £40–95 and the journey takes 1h 52m.